3rd ventriculostomy after multiple vp shunt fails

[versa2508]

Any know if its an option to go back to 3rd ventriculostomy after a having multiple vp shunt failures?

[Joroo]

It will be a very individual assessment of whether it’s possible to have a 3rd ventriculostomy and not dependent on whether you have had a VP Shunt previously. It will depend on your own anatomy and whether there is any scarring etc.

[ftt1960]

Your post saddens me. I am awaiting pressure testing prior to having a shunt fitted. I have my fingers crossed that the shunt is successful. I have read about other available treatments but don’t know much more about them. I feel you need to speak to your neurosurgeon to get the answers.

[versa2508 in reply to ftt1960]

Why did you need the shunt mate ?

[ftt1960 in reply to versa2508]

I have developed hydrocephalus (a build up of fluid on the brain) since my injury 20 months ago.

[versa2508 in reply to ftt1960]

Why is the post saddening you ?

[ftt1960 in reply to versa2508]

when you are facnb a dhunt and sime e posts a out several fails it doesn’t exactly fill you with happiness

[versa2508 in reply to ftt1960]

What other treatments have you read about ?